Down to Earth April 2017

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Join Monterey Wines and California Wines in celebrating the launch of Earth Month!
April is California Wines: Down to Earth Month and an ideal time to Celebrate sustainability Monterey Wine Country style! Monterey County wineries and tasting rooms are taking part with events, special offers, and tours of their own. Explore a list of events happening throughout Monterey Wine Country and plan a visit just as California vineyards are coming alive with spring! Can’t make the trip? Open a bottle of your favorite Monterey wine and raise a toast for green practices from grapes to glass!

Cima Collina’s Back to Earth Vertical Tasting

Join Cima Collina on their picturesque outdoor patio located at their Carmel Valley tasting room, with views of the Santa Lucia mountains, for a vertical tasting April 22nd from 12:30 – 4:00pm. You will be greeted with a taste of Estate Pinot Gris, a small lot wine. We will discuss our 3.5 acre estate ranch and vineyard and the sustainable farming practices we use to care for the environment; then we will commence pouring a vertical tasting of 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 Hilltop Ranch Estate Pinot Noir. Bottles and gift sets will be available for purchase during and after the flight, as will charcuterie platters. Cost is $15 per person. For more information call 831-620-0645.

Back to Earth at Smith Family Wines

Enjoy magical views of the Salinas Valley from Smith Family Wines’ tasting room along the River Road Wine Trail in Soledad. Pull up a stool and sip their Alexander-Smith, Paraiso and Irie wines at the indoor bar and learn about Smith Family Wines’ sustainability practices, which include an onsite solar farm. Head outside to lounge on the back deck with a picnic lunch or get cozy at the giant stone fire pit. Don’t forget to browse the boutique curated by Jen Smith herself. Sip, shop, relax, repeat! The tasting room is open Thursday-Sunday.

Back to Earth at Scheid Vineyards

Join Scheid Vineyards at their tasting room located just off Highway 101 between Greenfield and King City. With a spacious outdoor deck, demonstration vineyards, and bocce ball court, it’s a delightful down to earth family experience. Experience the tranquil beauty of expansive views and rolling hills while tasting the handcrafted wines of Scheid Vineyards and learning about their commitment to sustainability in the vineyards and the winery. Two different wine tasting flights will be available every day and boxed lunches are available upon arrival by calling the tasting room ahead of time.

Back to Earth at Hahn Family Wines

Visit Hahn Family Wines in Soledad to appreciate the spectacular views and vistas of Salinas Valley by embarking on an exhilarating ATV Tour! Get strapped into an open-air, all-terrain vehicle and feel the wind against your face as you cruise through Hahn’s estate vineyards for a hands-on educational tour. After learning about the wine making process and Hahn’s commitment to sustainability, you’ll finish with a tasting of Hahn’s luxury wines. ATV tours are offered 10:30am – 12:00pm and 1:30pm – 3:00pm daily. Reservations are required.

Back to Earth at Folktale Winery & Vineyards

Nestled into the valley just 5 miles from the Pacific Ocean, Folktale is conveniently accessible from the Monterey Airport and the Monterey Peninsula. An easy drive from Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area, Folktale is a one-of-a-kind winery destination. Discover and enjoy this idyllic setting by taking a tour of their sustainable vineyards. Folktale also strives to be sustainable by emphasizing and utilizing local businesses, food, and talent.